How to Pronounce Align

To pronounce "align", say AL-ign — 2 syllables, IPA /æˈlaɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/æˈlaɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “align”

"align" has 2 syllables: al-ign. It rhymes with saccharine and malign, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: aline — easy to mix up when writing.

What does align mean?

verb

  1. To form a line; to fall into line.
  2. To adjust or form to a line; to range or form in line; to bring into line.

Synonyms

coordinatesynchronize

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Words that rhyme with align

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

saccharinemalignasininebyzantinebenignsupinewhinedeclinelinefineoutlineundermine

Related words

adjustcoordinatealinearrayalignmentlinkcombineintegrate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "align"?▾

"Align" has 2 syllables: al · ign.

What is the IPA transcription of "align"?▾

The IPA transcription of "align" is /æˈlaɪn/.

What does "align" mean?▾

Align: To form a line; to fall into line.

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